Job Description
Join NexTech Quantum Solutions at the forefront of quantum innovation. We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum computing algorithms and hardware, tackling complex challenges in cryptography, materials science, and artificial intelligence. Our Cambridge lab collaborates with MIT researchers and industry leaders to develop scalable quantum systems. As a Senior Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll lead cutting-edge projects in quantum error correction and algorithm optimization while mentoring a team of PhD-level researchers.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant computing
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and secure external research funding
- Translate theoretical concepts into practical quantum computing solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related quantum field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong background in quantum information theory and quantum error correction
- Publication record in quantum computing research
- Experience with high-performance computing environments
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team of physicists and engineers